Jahanara's life neither revolved around the men of the family nor did she spend her days in the harem as a woman was expected to.
She was wielded major political influence during her father's reign, having been described as "the most powerful woman in the empire" at the time.
She became her father's closest confidante and adviser. Highly educated and skilled in diplomatic dealings, her word became so powerful that it could change the fortunes of people.
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(Image : Mughal Empire Court at Delhi)
She was bestowed with the title of : Padishah Begum (Lady Emperor), or Begum Sahib (Princess of Princesses) by Shah Jahan and Sahibat al-Zamani (mistress of her time) by the Emperor Aurangzeb. With this title, Jahanara was permitted to disobey Aurangzeb's laws and criticize him.
She would often spend her evenings playing chess with Shah Jahan, understanding the workings of the royal household, and helping her father plan the reconstruction of other palaces.
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(Image : 5th Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan)
Her power was such that, unlike the other royal princesses, she was allowed to live in her Mansion, outside the confines of the Agra Fort.
